Overview of South Bend

South Bend apartments for rent are only five miles away from the border of Michigan. Residents also have easy access to Chicago along Interstate 90. In addition to many options for travel getaways, South Bend provides arts and entertainment along with some top-notch colleges. Throughout downtown, you will find free events such as Art Beat, where more than 250 artists show off their culinary, performing and visual skills.

Living in South Bend

If you have kids and are living in South Bend apartments for rent, take them over to HealthWorks! Kids' Museum. Here, they bring together the wonders found in many children's museums and pair them with health sciences. If you're interested in live theater, take a trip to the South Bend Civic Theatre. This is the oldest, continually operated community theater company in the area.

You may not know where to start when scouting neighborhoods for apartments for rent in South Bend, but with a number of options available, there's something for everyone! Head to Deer Run on the southeast side of town for a great family-friendly excursion. Many young residents enjoy the River Park neighborhood. Located on the east side of town, this hot spot is home to pubs, restaurants and shops. The kids will enjoy trips to the local zoo.

South Bend Apartments and Cost of Living

Residents of South Bend apartments will enjoy average living costs that are 7.2 percent less expensive than the national average. With median rental rates 13.9 percent less than the national average, you will have a number of rentals to choose from.

Are you in need of low income housing in the area? The Housing Authority of the City of South Bend is responsible for the city's programs. Section 8 housing vouchers are available for residents looking for affordable South Bend apartments for rent. The city also has Public Housing that is available for families, based on income levels.

Apartments in South Bend Work and Study

In December 2012, the unemployment rate in South Bend was 10.8 percent. A large amount of residents living in South Bend work in education, wholesale and retail trade. Some of the area's biggest employers include South Bend Community School Corporation and the Memorial Health System.

As the top employer of the city, the University of Notre Dame provides an excellent education to students living in the area. Along with the crowd from Notre Dame, students attending Indiana University, South Bend call apartments in South Bend home.

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